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Which one of the following is NOT an advantage of inbreeding?

A

It decreases homozygosity.

B

It exposes harmful recessive genes but are eliminated by selection.

C

Elimination of less desirable genes and accumulation of superior genes takes place due to it.

D

It decreases the productivity of inbred population, after continuous inbreeding.

Step-by-Step Solution

Inbreeding increases homozygosity. Continuous inbreeding leads to inbreeding depression, which decreases the productivity of the population, making it a disadvantage.

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